Tartan yourself up

Tartan yourself up

From Camilla to Alexander McQueen, tartan is this season's hot fabric. However, it's a difficult look to pull off: you should be thinking less Bay City Rollers, more Agyness Deyn in House of Holland. Confused? Our how-to guide to tartan shows the way to style success. Now pay close attention - and don't forget to ditch the sporran ...

Friday 17 October 2008 07.02 EDT

Don't get your sartorial advice from the 1950s. The original picture caption says: 'A vivacious woman models a tasteful tartan waistcoat with matching beret, gloves and an umbrella.' We say: 'Tartan overkill'